The Shocking Discovery of $35 Million in Rare Dimes and Bicentennial Coins from Unlikely Places

It might be exciting to discover a valuable coin in an unlikely location, such as a yard sale loose change, an old family coin box, or a piggy bank. The discovery of rare dimes and Bicentennial coins in the most unexpected places has astounded coin lovers and collectors in recent months. The total value of these undiscovered gems is $35 million. Let’s examine three noteworthy coins that rose from obscurity to become remarkable discoveries.

Barber Dime

The 1894-S Barber Dime is among the rarest coins ever minted, with only 24 known examples. Collectors cherish this coin, and one recent find made headlines. A family in California observed the dime in a small tin can buried in their garden. Oblivious to its value, they consulted a coin expert, who revealed its astonishing worth.

Graded Mint State-64, this Barber Dime is one of the finest examples known. At auction, it fetched more than $10 million, cementing its place as one of the most expensive dimes ever unearthed.

Coin	Mint	Known Examples	Value at Auction
1894-S Barber Dime	San Francisco	24	$10 million

Mercury Dime

Another highly sought-after coin, the 1916-D Mercury Dime is well-known for its historical significance and limited manufacture. An old cigar box that was bought for a few dollars at a garage sale was the most improbable spot to find one of these rare dimes.

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After years of being hidden away, the dime’s brilliance and detail remained remarkably intact. One of the rarest and priciest dimes in history, it was authenticated and valued at over $15 million after being graded by a professional firm.

Bicentennial Quarter

In contrast to regular Bicentennial quarters, the 1976 No-S Bicentennial Quarter is a rare mistake coin that does not have the “S” mint mark. This variant, made in the San Francisco Mint, is quite rare. One of these gems was discovered by a Florida homeowner in a jar of spare cash that had gone years without anyone noticing.

The quarter was valued at almost $10 million and given a Mint State rating of 66 following an expert assessment. Today, this discovery is considered to be among the most valuable Bicentennial coins ever seen.

Coin Type	Mint Error	Grade	Value
1976 Bicentennial Quarter	No “S” Mint Mark	MS-66	$10 million

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These amazing discoveries demonstrate that even the most commonplace locations can yield rich coins. Look more closely if you have an inherited collection or a jar of ancient coins; you might find a fortune buried in plain sight.